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Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
September 22, 2025
Architects of Mansion Group’s offshore design
Mansion Group’s offshore advisory and its effect on corporate transparency and governance.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
September 19, 2025
Philanthropy and offshore power in the Sampoerna case
The Sampoerna case shows unresolved contradictions between philanthropy, offshore gambling ownership, and governance failures.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
August 18, 2025
Christian Block and the architecture of avoidance!
Explore Christian Karl Block’s tenure at Mansion Group, litigation involvement, and the implications for governance, transparency, and regulatory oversight.
NEWS Malta
August 14, 2025
Shoreline faces €43m garnishee order and bond concerns
The owners of Shoreline, a significant real estate development in Xghajra’s Smart City, have been under a legal garnishee order for several months, raising questions about compliance with listing rules...
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
August 12, 2025
Sampoerna Case: Philanthropy and Offshore Governance Lessons
Examining the Sampoernas’ philanthropy, offshore ownership, and governance challenges in controversial sectors.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
August 10, 2025
Philanthropy’s Bright Lights and Offshore Shadows
Explore the Sampoerna family’s philanthropy, governance, and private wealth structures in Southeast Asia.
Finance News
June 18, 2025
Ghost Directors and Silent Owners in Malta’s Fintech
You may find it intriguing to explore the roles of ghost directors and silent owners within Malta's burgeoning fintech landscape. As Malta positions itself as a hub for financial technology,...
Finance News, Laws
June 12, 2025
Malta’s ‘back office’ firms help conceal ultimate owners
There's a growing concern about the role of Malta's 'back office' firms in obscuring the identities of ultimate owners in corporate structures. These firms often provide administrative support, including accounting...
Laws
June 11, 2025
Malta’s company law still tolerates bearer share setups
Just when many jurisdictions are tightening regulations around corporate transparency, Malta's company law continues to allow bearer shares, raising significant questions about the implications for corporate governance and accountability. Bearer...
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
June 9, 2025
Lawrence Quahe – The Quiet Connector!
Explore how lawyer Lawrence Quahe helped structure Mansion Group’s opaque networks without direct wrongdoing but under increasing scrutiny.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
June 6, 2025
Sampoerna’s Offshore Empire!
An in-depth analysis of the Mansion Group’s offshore network, examining corporate layers and the Sampoerna family's influence.
Editor’s Choice 1, Licenses & Payments
June 5, 2025
Closer Look at the MGA and the Oddsfly Case
Malta Gaming Authority cancels Oddsfly’s licence after 7 years of unpaid fees and defunct company status. Serious regulatory gaps revealed.
iGaming News, Laws
June 4, 2025
PIN-UP Global responds to Ukraine sanctions dispute
In recent months, PIN-UP Global, a prominent international holding with a significant presence in the gambling industry, has found itself at the center of a complex legal and political controversy...
Laws, Taxation
June 4, 2025
The misuse of holding companies in Malta for evasion
Misuse of holding companies in Malta has become a concerning trend, as some entities exploit the favorable tax regulations to evade legitimate financial obligations. This practice not only undermines the...
Laws
May 20, 2025
Malta’s shell firm enablers rely on legal ambiguity
With Malta emerging as a hub for shell firms, the legal ambiguity surrounding corporate regulations has opened avenues for widespread financial exploitation. This blog post investigates into how those facilitating...
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
May 6, 2025
Regulatory silence and corporate transparency – where does the responsibility lie?
E & S Group's failure to file accounts since 2018 raises concerns over transparency and compliance in Malta’s corporate services sector.
Laws
April 29, 2025
Addressing False Filings in Malta’s Company Register
With the absence of sanctions for false filings in Malta's company register, concerns regarding the integrity of corporate data have emerged. This situation raises important questions about accountability and the...
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
April 27, 2025
Why hide behind a foundation if you have nothing to hide?
In the world of corporate structuring, private foundations are often sold as symbols of prestige. They evoke ideas of family wealth preservation, philanthropy or sophisticated asset management. Yet when you...
Laws
April 22, 2025
Malta struggles to clarify ownership disclosure laws
Grey zones often indicate ambiguity, and in Malta, significant uncertainties surround beneficial owner declarations. This complex framework poses challenges for compliance and regulatory clarity, as the definitions and implications of...
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
April 19, 2025
Mansion Group: Gibraltar’s Governance Network and the Role of Legal Advisers
Explore Gibraltar's legal and regulatory approach to online gambling, focusing on corporate transparency and the role of the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission.
Editor’s Choice 1, iGaming News
April 14, 2025
Consultant or Owner? Apollo, Hermes and Violet Star Unveiled
Are consultants truly independent? A deep dive into Mansion-linked firms and offshore gaming roles.
Editor’s Choice 1, Licenses & Payments
February 27, 2025
Finrax: A Payment Provider shrouded in Secrecy
A deep dive into Finrax’s financial structure, regulatory concerns, and links to unlicensed gambling operations.
iGaming News, Laws
July 15, 2024
MGA’s ESG Hub Boosts Gaming Sustainability
In a significant move aimed at advancing sustainability and transparency within the #onlinegaming sector, the Malta Gaming Authority (#MGA) has introduced a pioneering Environmental, Social, and Governance (#ESG) hub. This...